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Spectacular South Africa with Optional 3-Night Victoria Falls Post Tour Extension with Optional 3-Night Dubai Pre Tour Extension November 3 – 16, 2016 San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce presents… Spectacular South Africa with Optional 3-Night Victoria Falls Post Tour Extension with Optional 3-Night Dubai Pre Tour Extension November 3 – 16, 2016 For more information contact Steve Lachman, San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce (619) 440-6161 [email protected] Day 1: Thursday, November 3, 2016 Overnight Flight One country with a world of treasures, South Africa awaits your arrival. Breathtaking mountain scenery, winding coastlines, remarkable cultural diversity and abundant wildlife in its natural habitat comprise this incredible experience. Day 2: Friday, November 4, 2016 Sandton, South Africa - Tour Begins Your journey begins in Sandton, a city established in 1969. Famous for its rich veins of gold and other valuable minerals, it is now the bustling cosmopolitan center of greater Johannesburg. Day 3: Saturday, November 5, 2016 Sandton - Soweto - Sandton Today your Tour Manager helps you discover the history of the languages you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases. A guided tour of Soweto – South West Township – showcases luxurious mansions and informal settlements as you learn about the historical significance of the area. Visit the Hector Pieterson Museum which commemorates the role of the country’s students in the struggle against apartheid. Experience the regional lifestyle when joining locals for lunch at a nearby Shebeen, or house tavern. This afternoon, have some time to ponder history at Liliesleaf, the location of Nelson Mandela’s arrest and the former center and place of refuge of the liberation movement. Gather this evening with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (B, L, D) Day 4: Sunday, November 6, 2016 Panoramic Route - Kruger National Park Travel through the spectacular Northern Drakensberg Mountain Range en route to Kruger National Park, the largest game reserve in South Africa. Scenic wonders surround you as you pass 14 Days ● 22 Meals: 12 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners through the Blyde River Canyon, made mostly of red sandstone and known as one of Africa's greatest natural wonders. Set against the triple mountain formation of the Three Rondovals, resembling HIGHLIGHTS… Johannesburg, Soweto, Panoramic traditional round houses of the indigenous people, the canyon is the Route, Kruger National Park, Safari Game Drive, Garden third largest in the world. Along this magnificent route you will also Route, Knysna, Featherbed Nature Reserve, Ostrich Farm see Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the dramatic natural cylinders shaped by Visit, Wine Pairing Dinner, Cape Town, Table Mountain millions of years of natural erosion caused by fast-flowing sand-filled waters. This evening, enjoy a traditional BOMA dinner under the stars, where you may sample some local game meat! (B, D) ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Day 1 Overnight Flight Day 5: Monday, November 7, 2016 Kruger National Park - Safari Days 2, 3 Southern Sun Katherine Street Sandton , Sandton Game Drive Have your cameras ready for an unforgettable day of adventure and excitement! Enjoy a full-day open-air-vehicle safari Days 4, 5 Protea Hotel Kruger Gate, Kruger National Park game drive. A local expert leads you in search of the "Big 5" – Days 6 – 8 Log-Inn Knysna , Knysna elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino – and provides insight Days 9, 10 Oude Werf Hotel, Stellenbosch into these fascinating animals along the way. Watch carefully – you may also see a graceful impala, dazzling zebra or gorgeous Days 11 – 13 Cullinan Hotel, Cape Town giraffe. Relax with a picnic lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Kruger National Park. (B, L, D) The “Collette Foundation” is an employee-run, global initiative connecting Day 6: Tuesday, November 8, 2016 Kruger National Park - Collette employees, its vendors, and travelers like you with partner Johannesburg - Knysna Travel back to Johannesburg to board your communities worldwide in our mission to improve the quality of life for flight to George. Upon arrival, travel to the picturesque resort town of children worldwide – one project at a time. Knysna, in the heart of the Garden Route, to enjoy a 3-night stay. (B) Day 7: Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Knysna Today you visit nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve. Begin with a lagoon cruise out to the famous Knysna Heads which mark the entrance to the lagoon. Next, board a 4x4 vehicle and travel deep into the forest. Discover the local flora and fauna during a leisurely paced nature walk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient milkwood trees – so called because of their white latex sap — before your return cruise. This afternoon, visit Plettenberg Bay, a tranquil and charming town originally known as “Bahia Formosa” (or “Beautiful Bay”). Enjoy views of beaches, dramatic rock formations and lagoons. Later you return to Knysna. (B, L, D) Day 8: Thursday, November 10, 2016 Knysna - Oudtshoorn - Knysna This morning, your township tour will highlight the diversity of this community followed by a touching experience as you visit a school*. Per Person Rates*: Double $4,949; Single $5,649 Included in Price: Round Trip Air from San Diego Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $300 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.) Learn about the efforts of the Collette Foundation and the local Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, home to over 5,000 species of plants community to conquer the challenges of educating the children of the native to South Africa. (B) region. Travel to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of South Africa. Day 13: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 Cape Town The day is yours Enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldest working ostrich farms in to explore Cape Town. Your Tour Manager is available to offer the area and, if you wish, go for a ride on one of these great birds! suggestions. This evening, experience a unique farewell to Africa as An outdoor barbecue lunch adds to an amazing day. Upon your return you enjoy a lesson on the Djembe Drums to learn the local beat. to Knysna, enjoy some time to independently explore the charming Then, experience a soothing hand washing ceremony before a waterfront area. (B, L) communal African dining experience! (B, D) Day 9: Friday, November 11, 2016 Knysna - Stellenbosch Before Day 14: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Cape Town - Tour Ends leaving the Garden Route, enjoy a visit to the Aloe Ferox region Your tour ends today in Cape Town. (B) where you will enjoy an aloe-tapping demonstration and a stroll in the indigenous gardens. Next, journey to the heart of the beautiful PLEASE NOTE: winelands region, known for its colorful mountains and endless Important Passport Information: Passports must be valid for at least 30 days beyond vineyards. This evening, enjoy a wine pairing dinner. (B, D) the intended period of stay. You must have 4 blank pages (with visa hologram) remaining in your passport to allow for the entry stamp to be issued for South Africa Day 10: Saturday, November 12, 2016 Stellenbosch Later this as well as the visa for Zimbabwe and Botswana (if you are traveling on the Victoria morning you set out on a walking tour of Stellenbosch – one the Falls extension). The two pages for South Africa MUST be facing each other. Failure to oldest European settlements in the region – with a local expert. The comply with this law will result in denied boarding of your international flight. If you afternoon is at leisure to explore, visit a museum, or shop. Later, have questions please see your travel professional or call Collette. enjoy a wine tasting complemented by some local savories. (B) To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Day 11: Sunday, November 13, 2016 Stellenbosch - Cape Town This Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to morning, travel to Cape Town to enjoy a panoramic tour of this provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will beautiful harborside city. Cape Town celebrates its noted architecture leave at prescheduled times. that fuses the traditions of the French, German and Dutch. Enjoy a Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. thrilling ride on a cable car as it whisks you to an altitude of more Table Mountain Cableway is subject to change and availability due to weather than 3,000 feet, landing atop the aptly named – and flat-topped – conditions. Table Mountain. The views of Cape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Single accommodations are limited. Triples are not available on this tour. Rooms to Head will leave you breathless. Return to the city via Table Bay, accommodate a child are limited and available on request only. passing through the Malay Quarter with its mosques and minarets. *Please note that Collette Foundation sites may not be available for visits due to Make a special stop at the Milnerton Lighthouse. (B) school holidays, weekends or programming challenges. Day 12: Monday, November 14, 2016 Cape Town Explore the Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Kruger National Park. Consult your coastal scenery and charming towns that populate the Cape Peninsula. physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure. Travel out to Cape Point, stopping for a visit with the penguins at Boulders Beach.
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